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| - Handy. Close-by. If it's an emergency, they will generally see you asap. There has been a couple times, over the course of 6 years, when they have been booked when I needed a vet immediately, and I think twice I went to the desert ridge location. (With 3 dogs and 3 cats, the need has arisen a few times that we needed a vet NOW).
Generally they see you pretty efficiently, but of course they will suggest things that I feel are not merited to add onto a bill, but it's your right to question their additions and refuse, should you wish. I've never found them to be arrogant or pushy, they will easily offer other options, or be ok with your decision.
During 1 extremely difficult period with our beloved Rottie, we had her going between the outrageously expensive Sonora Vet and here, they were very understanding to the emotional distress we were experiencing with regards to her cancer and a broken front leg. They were happy to provide us with care on the side, and in between vists @ Sonora, for a fraction of what was quoted at Sonoran.
Sadly, it came to a point that her quality of life was no longer conducive to allowing her to continue in the state she was, and it when it came to making the horrible and very sad decision to allow them to put her down, the entire staff were so understanding, caring, and totally sympathetic to our demise. They allowed us to hold her, cradle her and pet her the whole time. We were allowed as much time as we wanted before, during and after the whole life-altering circumstance. They even sent us a sympathy card, signed by all the staff, after the terrible ordeal we went through.
We'll keep going back. Which reminds me, our 2 other dogs are both due for their rabies and annual visits. They hold weekly clinics where they waive the exam fee (around $25 per animal - it adds up!), so I need to inquire when their next clinic is.
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